Special Education Dean: IEP & FAPE Leader

Loudoun County Public Schools -VA; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools in Chantilly, VA seeks a Senior Special Education Dean to ensure FAPE compliance and oversee IEP processes. You will lead a team, supervise IEP development, and coordinate services for students with disabilities across schools, ensuring fidelity and data-driven practices.

The role requires a Master’s degree, 3+ years in special education, and Virginia licensure. You will liaise with administrators, staff, families, and the School Board Office to promote inclusive

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited College or University.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in special education.
• Virginia Postgraduate Professional License with endorsement Special Education; Admin endorsement preferred
• Knowledge of State and Federal Regulations Governing Students with Disabilities
• Strong communication and leadership abilities

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with State and Federal Regulations as they apply to students with disabilities in the public school setting
• Supervise IEP development, reviews and revisions, and provision of services in the least restrictive environment to ensure FAPE
• Serve as the designee for IEP meetings as assigned by the building administrator
• Oversee and support the progress of students through monitoring of specialized programs and services
• Coordinate services for children with disabilities who transfer between schools in Virginia or from out of state
• Develop and maintain positive communication with the community, staff, administration and School Board Office
• Maintain up-to-date data in Virginia IEP System including case management assignments and document management
• Provide professional learning to special education staff and faculty
• Monitor the implementation of specialized instruction through observations and data analysis
• Attend Monthly Designee/Dean Meetings and required trainings

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Inclusive practices

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools in Chantilly, VA seeks a Senior Special Education Dean to ensure FAPE compliance and oversee IEP processes. You will lead a team, supervise IEP development, and coordinate services for students with disabilities across schools, ensuring fidelity and data-driven practices.

The role requires a Master’s degree, 3+ years in special education, and Virginia licensure. You will liaise with administrators, staff, families, and the School Board Office to promote inclusive